1998 Chrysler Concorde vs. 2004 Kia Sportage
To start off, 2004 Kia Sportage is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Chrysler Concorde. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Chrysler Concorde would be higher. At 2,734 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Chrysler Concorde is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Chrysler Concorde (190 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 2004 Kia Sportage. (111 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Chrysler Concorde should accelerate faster than 2004 Kia Sportage.
Because 2004 Kia Sportage is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Chrysler Concorde. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Kia Sportage will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1998 Chrysler Concorde (255 Nm @ 4850 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Kia Sportage. (245 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1998 Chrysler Concorde will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Kia Sportage.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Chrysler Concorde | 2004 Kia Sportage | |
Make | Chrysler | Kia |
Model | Concorde | Sportage |
Year Released | 1998 | 2004 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2734 cc | 1983 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 190 HP | 111 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 255 Nm | 245 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4850 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 78.5 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 18.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 5280 mm | 4360 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1700 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2640 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 50 L |